Where Menswear Meets Mood
Abbey Lee Kershaw has always thrived in the in between. Too sharp to be soft, too alluring to be strictly severe. In this black and white editorial for Vogue Australia May 2015, photographed by Will Davidson, she leans fully into that tension. Set inside an abandoned industrial space, the story feels raw, stripped back, and quietly powerful. No gloss. No distraction. Just attitude, structure, and presence.
A Study in Contrast
Styled by Christine Centenera, the wardrobe walks a fine line between classic menswear and understated glamour. Tailored jackets, crisp shirting, and masculine silhouettes are worn with a looseness that feels instinctive rather than styled. Abbey does not borrow menswear here, she owns it. The clothes hang with intention, never costume, never forced. Each look feels like it was pulled from a closet built on confidence and restraint.
Black, White, and Everything In Between
The decision to shoot in black and white sharpens the entire narrative. Texture becomes the star. Wool, cotton, and skin all read differently under Will Davidson’s lens. The industrial setting adds a layer of grit that grounds the fashion and keeps it from feeling precious. Cracked walls, empty rooms, and hard surfaces play against Abbey’s fluid movement, creating a push and pull that keeps the eye engaged.
Abbey at Her Best
Abbey Lee Kershaw excels in editorials that demand more than beauty. Here, she delivers presence. Her expressions are cool but never distant. There is a sense of control that feels earned, not performed. She understands the clothes, the space, and the mood, and she moves through all three with ease. This is Abbey doing what she does best, embodying fashion without overacting it.
The Will Davidson Touch
Will Davidson’s photography is calm, confident, and intentional. He allows moments to breathe. The frames feel observational, almost cinematic, as if you have stumbled upon something private. There is no need for spectacle when the subject and styling are this strong. Davidson knows when to pull back, and that restraint elevates the entire story.
Why It Works
This editorial succeeds because it trusts simplicity. No gimmicks. No unnecessary drama. Just strong clothes, a compelling model, and a setting that adds character without stealing focus. It feels modern, timeless, and quietly unforgettable.
Final Impression
Abbey Lee Kershaw by Will Davidson for Vogue Australia May 2015 is a masterclass in controlled cool. Masculine, elegant, and effortlessly self assured, it proves that the most powerful fashion stories are often the most restrained.
Credits
Magazine: Vogue Australia May 2015
Model: Abbey Lee Kershaw
Photographer: Will Davidson
Fashion Editor: Christine Centenera
Category: Fashion Editorial
Magazine: Vogue Australia May 2015
Model: Abbey Lee Kershaw
Photographer: Will Davidson
Fashion Editor: Christine Centenera
